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As the holiday season begins, our thoughts traditionally turn to the less fortunate. There are simply too many vulnerable members of our society . . . more

11/28/14

Eye donors honored for 'gift of sight'

The Lions Eye Bank of Long Island commemorated the lives of eye donors and celebrated their impact on recipients at a reception on Sept. 20 at Franklin Hospital in Valley Stream “Through … more

By Brendan Murray bmurray@liherald.com | 10/8/14

Bruce Blakeman, a former presiding officer of the Nassau County Legislature and a Republican candidate for Congress, held a press conference on Aug. 6 in Mineola.

Blakeman repeats call for Rice Moreland explanation

For the second time in a week’s span, Republican congressional candidate Bruce Blakeman on Aug. 6 appeared outside a state courthouse in Mineola to call for Kathleen Rice, the Nassau County district attorney and his Democratic opponent in this fall’s election, to address allegations that political interference undermined the Moreland Commission ... more

By Brian Racow | 8/13/14

Gabriel Gil, 6, proudly displayed his trophy at the Valley Stream Baseball League’s closing ceremonies on July 26 at Firemen’s Field.

Trophies all around at Baseball League ceremony

While the Major League Baseball season is just past the All-Star break, the Valley Stream Baseball League has wrapped up its playoffs and children are enjoying their own break until fall sports get under way. more

8/2/14

Sylvan Place Residents Alex and Sheryl Carr, and Carole and Wally Schroeder, presented a donation to Tina Miller for the Life’s Connection Through Music Program in honor of Michael Smith.

Sylvan Place residents honor their own

Christmas season is a time for giving, but on Sylvan Place in Valley Stream, that philosophy extends well into the new year. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 2/19/14

VSFD Captain Brian Ferrucci, left, presented the check to Joe O’Grady and Steve Grogan.

Coming to the rescue

Members of the Valley Stream Fire Department, specifically those who belong to Rescue Company No. 1, are well versed in helping people. Recently, they stepped up to aid the men and women who have served their nation. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 2/12/14

Nassau County Legislator David Denenberg, right, of Merrick, participated in a recent Long Island Progressive Coalition protest, saying that County Executive Ed Mangano created an “appearance of impropriety” in accepting campaign contributions from contractors that did restoration work for the county after Hurricane Sandy. A Mangano spokesman later accused Denenberg of accepting illegal campaign contributions. Richard Landau of Merrick, whose home was severely damaged in Sandy, joined Denenberg at the protest.

Progressive Coalition protesters decry county's Sandy contracts

Protesters from the Long Island Progressive Coalition, a nonprofit social and environmental advocacy group, claimed at a June 4 rally in Mineola that County Executive Ed Mangano received $144,000 in campaign contributions from private companies that did restoration work for the county after Hurricane Sandy. more

By Brian Racow, bracow@liherald.com | 6/13/13

Members of the Silver Threads senior group and Valley Stream village officials visited Nassau University Medical Center last week to deliver handmade blankets and hats. From left are Monica Kerner, SallyAnn Esposito, Heather Spanfelner, Mayor Ed Fare, Barbara Welter and Joan Manney.

A donation from hand and heart

Members of the Valley Stream Silver Threads senior group love to knit. Even more so, they love it when others can enjoy their handmade items. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/3/13

New York Blood Center asking for donors

The New York Blood Center is urgently asking donors to roll up their sleeves on this Valentine’s Day to replenish its community blood supply. more

2/14/13

During the Building Tour on Jan. 5, school officials got a look at the new electronic sign outside South High School.

Parents Club makes its mark at South

As school officials across the state begin the second budget season under the 2 percent tax levy cap, it’s no secret that money is tight. So when it comes time for schools to make improvements, who can foot the bill? more

By Brian Croce | 2/6/13

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